Box - Fragonard Scene - Brass - Interior Mirror

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Brass repousé box in Art Nouveau style featuring a Fragonard scene, made in France circa 1910–1920, with nacre on the lid, dimensions 10 x 6 x 4 cm, and an interior mirror in good used condition.

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It is a box that collects that decorative and sentimental taste of the first half of the 20th century, when worked brass and gallant scenes inspired by Fragonard still symbolized domestic charm and a treasured object. The body, entirely made of brass, shows a meticulous relief of scrolls, flowers, and small volutes that envelop the piece like a metal lace. The legs, slightly curved, raise the box and give it that look of a vanity object, meant to be seen and admired.

The nacreous decoration on the lid provides a soft, iridescent shine that changes with the light and contrasts with the warm gold of the metal. In the center, the medallion with a Fragonard-style courting scene introduces the romantic touch: a couple in a courteous pose, delicate colors, an insinuated landscape that evokes the Rococo spirit reinterpreted for the decorative taste of the 20th century. It is an image that functions as a small intimate theater, a wink to 18th-century French painting turned into an ornamental motif.

When the box is opened, the inner mirror appears, a typical detail of pieces intended for jewelry or small personal objects. That mirror not only serves a practical function: it adds depth, multiplies the light, and turns the interior into a more intimate, almost stage-like space.

Overall, it is a piece that combines repoussé brass, luminous nacre, and Rococo gallantry in an object that sums up the decorative aesthetics of its era: elegant, sentimental, and designed to accompany everyday rituals.

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Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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It is a box that collects that decorative and sentimental taste of the first half of the 20th century, when worked brass and gallant scenes inspired by Fragonard still symbolized domestic charm and a treasured object. The body, entirely made of brass, shows a meticulous relief of scrolls, flowers, and small volutes that envelop the piece like a metal lace. The legs, slightly curved, raise the box and give it that look of a vanity object, meant to be seen and admired.

The nacreous decoration on the lid provides a soft, iridescent shine that changes with the light and contrasts with the warm gold of the metal. In the center, the medallion with a Fragonard-style courting scene introduces the romantic touch: a couple in a courteous pose, delicate colors, an insinuated landscape that evokes the Rococo spirit reinterpreted for the decorative taste of the 20th century. It is an image that functions as a small intimate theater, a wink to 18th-century French painting turned into an ornamental motif.

When the box is opened, the inner mirror appears, a typical detail of pieces intended for jewelry or small personal objects. That mirror not only serves a practical function: it adds depth, multiplies the light, and turns the interior into a more intimate, almost stage-like space.

Overall, it is a piece that combines repoussé brass, luminous nacre, and Rococo gallantry in an object that sums up the decorative aesthetics of its era: elegant, sentimental, and designed to accompany everyday rituals.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

Seller's Story

Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships. But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices. On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Interior Mirror
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass
Model
Fragonard Scene
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
4 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920, 1920-1930
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